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May. 20, 2022
After 10 Successful Years Farming, Mother-Daughter Team Pivots to Oleotourism
The producers behind the Groves on 41 have parlayed award-winning production into a tourism operation focused on sustainable farming and cooking with olive oil.
May. 18, 2022
Meet the Producer Who Swapped Her L.A. Law Office for California’s Central Coast
Kathryn Keeeler brings the same vigor and due diligence from the legal world to the olive oil one, with award-winning results.
Apr. 25, 2022
California Olive Ranch Promotes Traceability with New Smart Labels
The company wants to give customers a way to learn more about their olive oil. However, some question the effectiveness of smart labels not backed by blockchain.
Mar. 31, 2022 News Briefs
Feb. 15, 2022 N. America
Yale Researchers Identify Six Target U.S. Audiences for Climate Change Messaging
Feb. 9, 2022 News Briefs
Brussels Ramps up Pressure on Washington to Drop Black Olive Tariffs
Nov. 29, 2021 Producer Profiles
Son of Pioneering Oregonian Wine Producers Blazes a Trail for Olive Oil
Nov. 20, 2021 Business
WTO Rules in Favor of Spanish Producers in Table Olive Dispute
Nov. 15, 2021
Heart Association Declines to Endorse Extra Virgin Olive Oil Consumption in Latest Guidance
The AHA recommended that Americans eat liquid plant oils instead of tropical oils, animal fats and partially hydrogenated fats, but stopped short of singling out extra virgin olive oil.
Nov. 3, 2021
USDA Provides 'Historic' Funding for Specialty Crops
Through two programs, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will make $243 million available to improve production efficiency and fund research.
Oct. 26, 2021
Researchers Offer a Different Approach to Rating Foods
A new food rating system will allow institutions, producers and consumers to make healthier diet choices, according to a research team from Tufts University.
Sep. 23, 2021
WTO Delays Judgement on Spanish Black Olive Tariffs for Third Time
The European Union and the United States are negotiating a solution to the disagreement over anti-dumping tariffs imposed on Spain.
Sep. 1, 2021
Both Sides of Labeling Divide Satisfied As Amended Bill Passes California Senate
The bill, AB-535, would require brands that use the term “California” in their name to disclose the minimum percentage of California olive oil in their blended products.
Aug. 24, 2021
Olive Center’s New Director Begins Planning for The Future of California Olive Oil
Javier Fernandez-Salvador has plenty of plans for his new job including optimizing olive growing and harvesting for California’s changing climate.
Aug. 5, 2021
California’s Olive Oil Producers Face Uncertain Future as Historic Drought Continues
While some farmers remain optimistic that research and preparation will yield a fruitful future, others worry about the diminishing prospects of surface irrigation.
Aug. 4, 2021
Family Behind Organic Roots Adapts as California Drought Refuses to Break
The Polit family started out as rice farmers, but the state’s decades-long drought caused them to begin growing olives, which they continue to transform into award-winning oils.
Jul. 29, 2021
Trucker Shortage, Pay Increases Hit U.S. Olive Oil Market
A sharp increase in truckers' wages has caused a spike in olive oil prices.
Jul. 13, 2021
A Third of The Best American Olive Oils Come from This California Region
Producers from California’s Central Coast attributed the climate, soil and dedication of local institutions to their big successes at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jul. 8, 2021
As Canadian Olive Oil Market Grows, Greek Exporters Fall Behind
While olive oil consumption increases in the wealthy North American country, the share belonging to Greek olive oil has remained stagnant.
Jul. 1, 2021
EPA Plans to Tackle Food Waste in Effort to Reduce Carbon Emissions
The United Nations found that food waste is responsible for up to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Jun. 22, 2021
U.S. Court Rules in Favor of Spanish Producers Over Table Olive Tariffs
The Court of International Trade said the Commerce Department had failed to prove that subsidies received by Spanish table olive producers violated U.S. law.
Jun. 14, 2021
Europe and U.S. Close to Deal to End Airbus-Boeing Dispute
If approved by France, Germany and Spain, the deal would be unveiled when U.S. President Joe Biden visits Brussels this week.
Jun. 10, 2021
Sustainable, Organic Production Helps One California Producer Standout
Gold Ridge Organic Farms earned three Gold Awards and a Silver Award at the 2021 NYIOOC. The owner said organic production was the key to their success.